The HSE has issued a warning reminding the public of the importance of asking for identification from individuals claiming to be working for the health service.
The warning comes after an unidentified woman made two attempts in recent days to obtain information by phone from the home of two elderly brothers in their 70s.
The pensioners who live near Effin, Co Limerick, were terrorised a number of years ago by intruders who broke into their home.
The HSE yesterday stressed the importance of asking for identification from people who seek personal information either in person or over the phone.
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“All our staff carry full identification,” the HSE said. Gardaí are investigating the incident in Effin.